Initiating and monitoring therapy for pediatric generalized epilepsy syndromes. AED selection, dosing, TDM, and side effects.
📋 Instructions: Select a syndrome or clinical scenario. The tool will display first-line AEDs, dosing, monitoring, and key side effects. ⚠️ For clinical decision support only. Always involve a pediatric neurologist.
📋 AED Management
Select a syndrome and tap “Show Guidance”
Start low, go slow. Monotherapy first. TDM for older AEDs. Avoid carbamazepine/oxcarbazepine in JME.
📚 Reference: Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics 22nd Ed, Section 633.4. Always consult a pediatric neurologist.